Section one: Contracting authority
one.1) Name and addresses
Cornwall Council
County Hall, Treyew Road
Truro
TR1 3AY
Contact
Mr Simon Watkins
Telephone
+44 1872
Country
United Kingdom
Region code
UKK3 - Cornwall and Isles of Scilly
Internet address(es)
Main address
Buyer's address
one.3) Communication
The procurement documents are available for unrestricted and full direct access, free of charge, at
https://procontract.due-north.com/Advert/Index?advertId=c260ab0b-8558-ef11-812e-005056b64545
Additional information can be obtained from the above-mentioned address
Tenders or requests to participate must be submitted electronically via
https://procontract.due-north.com/Advert/Index?advertId=c260ab0b-8558-ef11-812e-005056b64545
one.4) Type of the contracting authority
Regional or local authority
one.5) Main activity
General public services
Section two: Object
two.1) Scope of the procurement
two.1.1) Title
Young Persons Transitions
Reference number
DN731307
two.1.2) Main CPV code
- 85310000 - Social work services
two.1.3) Type of contract
Services
two.1.4) Short description
Contract Duration: 5 + 2 years
Estimated contract value (7 years) : £3,638,444
Procurement Process: Open procurement - light touch - single stage
Please note this procurement will be conducted under the light-touch regime under regulation PCR 2015 27 (5). Please read the instructions for accessing the tender documents, response submission and the procurement timeline.
Service Overview:
There are a number of statutory duties placed on Local Authorities in England to support the transition of vulnerable young people into adulthood and into employment. These duties include the following:-
Transition Support for young people with SEND - Responsibility for Education, Health and Care Plans for some learners and enabling Young People and families to make the transition between different stages of education and training
Identification, Tracking and Monitoring - establishing the identities of all young people who are failing to participate Post 16, or are at risk of not participating, and must target resources to those that need it most. Local authorities are expected to work with schools to identify, as early as possible, those who are in need of this targeted support, work together on transition arrangements and refer to specialist services as appropriate.
NEETs and other Vulnerable Groups - Local Authorities are responsible for vulnerable Young People who are at risk of not engaging in education or training.
Local Authorities also have a duty to ensure that there is sufficient suitable education and training provision for all young people aged 16-18 in their areas. For young people with an Education, Health and Care plan (EHCP) this duty is extended up to their 25th birthday. Ensuring that the authority promotes the effective participation in education or training by young people over the age of 16, in line with the raising of the participation age (RPA).
Core Aim:
This service aims to significantly reduce the number of young people (ages 14-19) who are Not in Education, Employment, or Training (NEET), with a particular focus on those in year 12 and 13
two.1.5) Estimated total value
Value excluding VAT: £3,638,444
two.1.6) Information about lots
This contract is divided into lots: No
two.2) Description
two.2.3) Place of performance
NUTS codes
- UKK3 - Cornwall and Isles of Scilly
two.2.4) Description of the procurement
Contract Duration: 5 + 2 years
Estimated contract value (7 years) : £3,638,444
Procurement Process: Open procurement - light touch - single stage
Please note this procurement will be conducted under the light-touch regime under regulation PCR 2015 27 (5). Please read the instructions for accessing the tender documents, response submission and the procurement timeline.
Service Overview:
There are a number of statutory duties placed on Local Authorities in England to support the transition of vulnerable young people into adulthood and into employment. These duties include the following:-
Transition Support for young people with SEND - Responsibility for Education, Health and Care Plans for some learners and enabling Young People and families to make the transition between different stages of education and training
Identification, Tracking and Monitoring - establishing the identities of all young people who are failing to participate Post 16, or are at risk of not participating, and must target resources to those that need it most. Local authorities are expected to work with schools to identify, as early as possible, those who are in need of this targeted support, work together on transition arrangements and refer to specialist services as appropriate.
NEETs and other Vulnerable Groups - Local Authorities are responsible for vulnerable Young People who are at risk of not engaging in education or training.
Local Authorities also have a duty to ensure that there is sufficient suitable education and training provision for all young people aged 16-18 in their areas. For young people with an Education, Health and Care plan (EHCP) this duty is extended up to their 25th birthday. Ensuring that the authority promotes the effective participation in education or training by young people over the age of 16, in line with the raising of the participation age (RPA).
Core Aim:
This service aims to significantly reduce the number of young people (ages 14-19) who are Not in Education, Employment, or Training (NEET), with a particular focus on those in year 12 and 13
Key Activities:
Independent Careers Guidance: Provide young people at risk of NEET or currently NEET with impartial careers advice and support.
Post-16 Pathway Exploration: Help young people understand their educational and vocational options beyond year 11/12, empowering them to make informed decisions about their future.
Target Population:
Young people aged 14-19 (up to 25 for young people with SEND), particularly those identified as:
• At risk of becoming NEET year 9 to 11
• Year 12 and 13 students identified as NEET
• Young people to the age of 25 with Special Education Needs and Disabilities
• Vulnerable groups i.e. children in care, care leavers, young carers, and electively home educated.
Program Outcomes:
Successful Transitions: Support young people year 9 to 11 and year 12 in vulnerable groups, to make a smooth transition into education, employment, or training.
Year 12 & 13 NEET Support: Guide year 12 and 13 students identified as NEET towards successful EET destinations.
Partnership Working: Work closely with local authorities (LA), schools, commissioned services, and the voluntary sector to ensure the best possible EET outcomes for young people. Develop strong partnerships with schools, colleges, employers, and training providers. This will help to ensure that there are a range of EET options available to young people.
Dynamic and Responsive Service: The service delivery approach should be flexible and responsive to the needs of young people. The program should be based on evidence-based best practices. The program should be continuously monitored and evaluated to ensure that it is effective.
two.2.5) Award criteria
Quality criterion - Name: Quality / Weighting: 75
Quality criterion - Name: Social Value / Weighting: 10
Price - Weighting: 15
two.2.6) Estimated value
Value excluding VAT: £3,638,444
two.2.7) Duration of the contract, framework agreement or dynamic purchasing system
Start date
1 April 2025
End date
31 March 2030
This contract is subject to renewal
Yes
Description of renewals
Option to extend by 2 years
two.2.10) Information about variants
Variants will be accepted: No
two.2.11) Information about options
Options: No
two.2.13) Information about European Union Funds
The procurement is related to a project and/or programme financed by European Union funds: No
Section four. Procedure
four.1) Description
four.1.1) Type of procedure
Open procedure
four.1.8) Information about the Government Procurement Agreement (GPA)
The procurement is covered by the Government Procurement Agreement: Yes
four.2) Administrative information
four.2.2) Time limit for receipt of tenders or requests to participate
Date
30 September 2024
Local time
12:00pm
four.2.4) Languages in which tenders or requests to participate may be submitted
English
four.2.7) Conditions for opening of tenders
Date
30 September 2024
Local time
12:00pm
Section six. Complementary information
six.1) Information about recurrence
This is a recurrent procurement: No
six.4) Procedures for review
six.4.1) Review body
Cornwall Council
Truro
Country
United Kingdom